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FEDERALhearing transcript

Review of the NIST Fiscal Year 2020 Budget Request

Original title: A REVIEW OF THE NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF STANDARDS AND TECHNOLOGY FISCAL YEAR 2020 BUDGET REQUEST

January 1, 2019

NISTfederal budgetscience and technologyartificial intelligencequantum sciencemanufacturingcybersecurity

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The Frame

What this does

This hearing sets the stage for federal funding decisions that determine the research capacity of NIST, which provides the technical standards and measurement tools used in American manufacturing, cybersecurity, and public safety infrastructure.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

U.S. Manufacturing Industry

The industry relies on NIST for technical standards and measurement services to maintain competitiveness.

NIST Employees and Researchers

The budget determines the funding available for their research projects and operational capacity.

What changed

Last recorded activity January 1, 2019.

What's next

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Summary

The House Subcommittee on Research and Technology held a hearing to review the proposed 2020 budget for the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). The discussion focused on NIST's role in advancing , cybersecurity, and emerging technologies like artificial intelligence and quantum computing.

Key Facts

  • The hearing was held on April 9, 2019, to review the NIST Fiscal Year 2020 budget request.
  • NIST provides technical standards and measurement services for industries including additive manufacturing, smart grids, biotechnology, and cybersecurity.
  • The proposed 2020 budget includes specific funding increases for research in artificial intelligence and quantum science.
  • NIST's work supports public safety standards, such as the performance of home smoke alarms and the reliability of law enforcement body armor.
  • The hearing took place in the Rayburn House Office Building, Room 2318.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does NIST actually do?
NIST (National Institute of Standards and Technology) develops measurement standards and technical guidance that help U.S. industries compete and ensure the reliability of products like smoke alarms and body armor.
Why is Congress reviewing the NIST budget?
Congress reviews the budget to oversee how federal funds are allocated toward scientific research, technological innovation, and national infrastructure support.

Why It Matters

This hearing sets the stage for federal funding decisions that determine the research capacity of NIST, which provides the technical standards and measurement tools used in American manufacturing, cybersecurity, and public safety infrastructure.

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Focus on Emerging Tech

The 2020 budget request explicitly prioritizes funding increases for artificial intelligence and quantum science, signaling a shift in federal research focus.

National Institute of Standards and Technology

Connected Entities

personFrank D. Lucas“Ranking Member of the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.”Map →
personDr. Walter G. Copan“Undersecretary of Commerce for Science and Technology and Director of NIST.”Map →
personEddie Bernice Johnson“Chairwoman of the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.”Map →
personJim Baird“Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Research and Technology.”Map →
organizationNational Institute of Standards and Technology“The federal agency under review for its 2020 budget request.”Map →
personHaley Stevens“Chairwoman of the Subcommittee on Research and Technology.”Map →

Sources

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  • Controversy10
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